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SLOT MACHINE
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I. (noun)
Sense 1
Meaning:
A machine that is operated by the insertion of a coin in a slot
Synonyms:
coin machine; slot machine
Classified under:
Nouns denoting man-made objects
Hypernyms ("slot machine" is a kind of...):
machine (any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks)
Meronyms (parts of "slot machine"):
coin box (the part of a slot machine that serves as a receptacle for the coins)
coin slot (a slot through which coins can be inserted into a slot machine)
Hyponyms (each of the following is a kind of "slot machine"):
one-armed bandit; slot (a slot machine that is used for gambling)
vending machine (a slot machine for selling goods)
